Flávio Bolsonaro claims corruption involving 'Lula's friends' will return votes to him
Translated from Portuguese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Senator Flávio Bolsonaro claims corruption involving "friends of Lula" and the Vorcaro case will benefit his political standing.
- He alleges that money from retirees might be linked to President Lula's son, Fábio Luís Lula da Silva.
- The comments come amid investigations into Senator Jaques Wagner and the Banco Master scandal.
Senator Flávio Bolsonaro asserted on Friday that corruption allegations involving associates of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and the Banco Master scandal will ultimately lead to a recovery of lost votes. Speaking to SBT News, Bolsonaro expressed confidence that any potential electoral gains for Lula in a second-round presidential contest would be reversed due to these controversies.
Bolsonaro specifically targeted the Vorcaro case, labeling it as originating from "the left" and involving "agents from all sides." He also raised suspicions regarding Fábio Luís Lula da Silva, known as "Lulinha," President Lula's son, suggesting that retiree funds might have ended up in his accounts in Europe. Lulinha's defense has denied any wrongdoing, and he has not been formally indicted or investigated in relation to these claims.
The senator's remarks coincide with the ninth phase of Federal Police Operation Compliance Zero, which targeted Senator Jaques Wagner, the government leader in the Senate. The investigation reportedly involves suspicions that Wagner received property and bribe payments through a company linked to a family member. Wagner's office has stated that he is cooperating with the investigation and maintains confidence in its process, denying any irregularities.
The money of the retiree may be in Lulinha's account, over there in Europe.
Originally published by Estadão in Portuguese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.